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This double-sided, freestanding screen, known as a tsuitate in Japanese, features a pair of ink paintings by one of early-modern Japan’s most imaginative and celebrated painters, Itō Jakuchū. On the front side of the screen, Jakuchū offers a slow, quiet scene, where three crabs of varying sizes—a large red king crab and a pair of smaller Japanese mitten crabs—seem to pass idly by one another on a grassy beach. The varied textures and colors of the crabs’ bodies serve as a playground for one of Jakuchū’s favorite ink-painting techniques, the so-called boneless method, mokkotsu, where he forgoes contour lines in favor of using carefully gradated and layered ink washes to define form. Jakuchū’s deliberate layering of washes and delineation of the red-tinted gray shell, spiny legs, eyes, and claws of the king crab contrast with his wetter, more exuberant treatment of the smaller crabs’ distinctively furry bodies, described variously by taking advantage of the splitting of hairs at the tip of his brush. On the verso, Jakuchū takes the viewer on an equally playful but profoundly contrasting exploration, this one grounded in his dynamic linework. Spirited and supremely confident, Jakuchū shows a grassy embankment where a clump of peonies is buffeted violently by the wind, its lower leaves and heavy blossoms twisted around a garden rock. His brush dances along the paper, creating repeating arcing shapes so that each ruffled petal and leaf of the peony, each blade of grass, all respond in unison to a strong, whipping wind. Like the crabs, the peony composition exemplifies Jakuchū’s keen sense of tonal balance. Where dark dots and flicks add texture to the crabs, here he anchors his composition with the jet-black contours and stippling of the rock.

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Itō Jakuchū – A Kyoto Merchant’s Vision of Nature

Ito Jakuchū (1716-1800) stands as a singular figure in Edo period art history—a painter who defied convention, embraced solitude, and achieved remarkable artistic brilliance despite lacking formal training. Unlike many of his contemporaries who honed their skills within established artistic lineages, Jakuchu’s path was uniquely shaped by his family’s prosperous mercantile background and a profound engagement with Zen Buddhist philosophy. His father, Ito Genzaemon, operated Masuya, a wholesale vegetable merchant in Kyoto’s Nishiki market district—a location that would profoundly influence Jakuchu's artistic perspective.

Early Life & Family Background: Born into a wealthy family, Jakuchū received an education focused on practical skills rather than traditional art instruction. His father’s business acumen instilled in him a keen awareness of societal shifts and the growing importance of commerce within Kyoto society.
Zen Influence & Shokoku-ji Temple: At the age of 23, Jakuchū became a lay brother at Shokoku-ji temple—a pivotal moment that cemented his connection to Zen Buddhism. This spiritual grounding profoundly shaped his artistic approach, fostering detachment from worldly concerns and prioritizing direct experience as inspiration.
Style & Technique: Jakuchu’s distinctive style blended meticulous realism with playful experimentation. He achieved fame alongside Maruyama Ōkyo for his depictions of birds and flowers—a stylistic alliance that elevated the genre to new heights. His paintings are characterized by vibrant colors, dynamic compositions, and a willingness to challenge conventional perspectives.

Jakuchu’s artistic vision was particularly evident in his obsession with capturing the essence of nature—specifically chickens. He meticulously observed their behavior, rendering them with astonishing detail and conveying their vitality through subtle brushstrokes. This fascination extended beyond birds; he also depicted fish, vegetables, and landscapes with equal care and sensitivity.

Notable Works: Among Jakuchu’s most celebrated paintings are “Five Hundred Arhats,” a monumental achievement showcasing his unparalleled skill and dedication to Zen aesthetics. Also noteworthy is “Hanshan and Shide,” which exemplifies the artistic spirit of Kyoto during his lifetime.
Rediscovery & Tsuji's Influence: Jakuchu’s work remained largely unknown until the 20th century, when art historian Nobuo Tsuji revolutionized perceptions of Edo period painting by identifying him as a key figure within the “Lineage of Eccentrics.” Tsuji’s book *Kisō no Keifu* championed artists who defied tradition—a categorization that solidified Jakuchu's place in art history.

Ito Jakuchū’s legacy transcends mere artistic accomplishment; he represents a paradigm shift in Japanese painting—a testament to an artist who dared to forge his own path and capture the spirit of his time with unparalleled originality. His influence continues to inspire artists today, reminding us that true beauty resides not merely in imitation but in profound contemplation of the natural world.

Itō Jakuchū

1716 - 1800 , Japonsko

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Artistic Movement Or Style: Kano škola
Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Lineage of Eccentrics']
Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Ōoka Shunboku']
Date Of Birth: 2. března 1716
Date Of Death: 27. října 1800
Full Name: Itō Jakuchū
Nationality: Japonský
Notable Artworks:
- Pět set arhatů
- Hanšan a Šidé
Place Of Birth: Kyoto, Japonsko

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